Washington Road over Horse Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · Just W of Yoder Road · Structure no. EPC0094-04.98
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington Road over Horse Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Washington Road over Horse Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 43 vehicles a day, projected to reach 57 by 2041. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Road over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Road over Horse Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Washington Road over Horse Creek carry?
About 43 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Washington Road over Horse Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Road over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.